Folks are discovering that the community of Valley Center offers a clean, invigorating, natural environment - true "country living". As residents of our little hamlet, we cherish our views of green, rolling hills and seasonal stream beds lined with native live oak and sycamore trees, and the panorama of Rodriguez Peak and the Palomar Mountain range. At 1000 to 1500 feet in altitude, we're guaranteed pure air and refreshing breezes.

You can't miss that wonderful feeling of spaciousness here. Our 20,000 locals are happily spread over a 100 square mile planning area. Indeed, Valley Center folks are proud of their Community Plan, which offers a small country town center, surrounded by miles of grove lands studded with custom homes on minimum 2 acre lots. Our town center provides convenient local shopping, medical and dental services, and restaurants.

Local attractions include Bates Nut Farm, a terrific local picnic and special event area, with gift shop and world-famous roasted nuts, dried fruits and tasty confections. A short drive to Palomar Mountain rewards you with an invigorating alpine environment, views to the Pacific and downtown San Diego, lovely camping sites and hiking trails, and Palomar Observatory, with its world-famous telescope.

Live the Good Life in Valley Center

Individual and family activities abound here. With public swimming and tennis, youth sports leagues, equestrian events and riding areas, 4-H clubs, various church activities, service clubs, Western Days celebrations . . . we're bursting with fun opportunities. Our local reservoirs, Lake Wohlford and Lake Dixon, challenge trout and bass fishers. Along with our own Woods Valley Golf Course in Valley Center, four other golf courses are located at nearby locations, including:

With the advent of high-tech communications, Valley Center has become a favorite for home businesses. And with low crime rates and ample fire protection, Valley Center is a safe haven for families and retirees alike.